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Japan's major unions demand wage hikes up to 6.46% in 2026 amid inflation and labor shortages.
Japan's largest labor union, Rengo, is seeking a 5.94% average wage increase for 2026, driven by inflation and labor shortages, slightly below last year’s demand but still above its 5% target.
A separate union group, UA Zensen, is pushing for a record 6.46% raise, while part-time workers seek 7.76%.
Over 63% of surveyed firms plan wage hikes, mainly to retain staff.
Despite last year’s 5.25% increase—the largest in 34 years—real wages fell due to inflation.
Policymakers hope rising pay this year, aided by slowing food inflation, will support the Bank of Japan’s push to normalize monetary policy.
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Los principales sindicatos de Japón exigen aumentos salariales de hasta un 6.46% en 2026 en medio de la inflación y la escasez de mano de obra.